Artist Quote by Philip Guston
“We are image-makers and image-ridden... We work until we vanish.”
About This Quote
Source Statement: Art Exhibition Catalog, 1972
Artists create images, yet become consumed by them, losing self.
In simple terms: Beware of being defined by work.
Maintain identity beyond creation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studio life
- gallery openings
- social media
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you separate self from art?
- When does work dominate life?
The line between creator and creation blurs.